Recruitment of a firm to provide training on PCI Security Standards
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Burundi Digital Foundations Project | Method: Consultant Qualification Selection | Ref: BI-PAFEN-PIU-2.2.3.18_10-CS-CQS
This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, education and training and water and sanitation sectors, with a focus on Vocational Training. Located in Burundi, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through WB - World Bank, a multilateral development bank that follows standardized international procurement guidelines. Projects funded by multilateral institutions are generally open to international bidders from eligible member countries for consulting in the infrastructure sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
Auto-translated from FrenchEXPRESSION OF INTEREST
(CONSULTANCY SERVICES)
SELECTION OF FIRMS/CABINETS
Country: Republic of Burundi
Project No.: P176396
IDA Grant No. E0930-BI
RECRUITMENT OF A FIRM TO PROVIDE TRAINING TO BRB EXECUTIVES ON PCI SECURITY STANDARDS
Ref. STEP: BI-PAFEN-PIU-2.2.3.18_10-CS-CQS
The Government of the Republic of Burundi has received a Grant from the International Development Association (IDA) in the amount of USD 92,000,000 to finance the Digital Foundations Project (PAFEN), whose Development Objective (PDO) is to increase access to broadband internet, particularly for underserved communities, and improve the Government's capacity to manage resources more effectively and deliver public services digitally.
It intends to use part of this financing to make payments under the contract for the services of a FIRM TO PROVIDE TRAINING TO BRB EXECUTIVES ON PCI SECURITY STANDARDS.
- Main Objective
In an ever-evolving payment environment, it is essential that managers and supervisors of payment systems and methods receive training on relevant security standards and certifications. Each of these training sessions aims to deepen knowledge and skills in specific areas of payment management, information security, and auditing, thereby providing professionals with practical and theoretical skills as well as the necessary tools to excel in their field.
- Specific Objectives
The training on PCI (Payment Card Industry) security standards aims to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to secure payment environments. It covers best practices, compliance requirements, and strategies for protecting cardholder data, in order to reduce fraud risks and ensure customer and partner trust.
More specifically, it aims to:
- Master Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) to protect cardholder data.
- Learn how to implement security controls, conduct audits, and maintain compliance.
- Understand the risks associated with payment data and mitigation strategies.
- Acquire the key requirements of other PCI standards (PA-DSS, PCI PTS, PCI SSF) and their scope.
- Develop the necessary skills to design, deploy, and maintain a secure payment infrastructure.
- Acquire best practices for access management, system monitoring, and response to card data incidents.
- Strengthen the capacity to prepare for and successfully complete a PCI DSS certification process.
- Promote an organizational culture focused on protecting payment data and reducing fraud.
Mission Duration
- Mission Duration: The mission will extend over ten (10) calendar days.
- Training Duration: The training itself will take place over five (05) consecutive days.
- Location: The training will be delivered in Burundi.
- Indicative Schedule:
- Days 1 to 5: Conducting training sessions, including practical exercises, case studies, and intermediate evaluations.
- Days 6 to 10: Consolidation of learning, final participant evaluation, drafting and finalization of the training report.
- Deliverables:
- Final training report, including:
- Detailed content of the sessions delivered
- Results of participant evaluations
- Recommendations for follow-up and application of acquired knowledge
- Final training report, including:
- Payment Method: A single payment will be made upon delivery of the final training report.
The Terms of Reference can be downloaded from the PAFEN website: https://pafen.gov.bi/appels-doffres/ or obtained at the addresses mentioned below.
PAFEN is currently inviting eligible Firms (the "Consultants") to express their interest in providing the ser...
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on October 6, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00473290. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Burundi Digital Foundations Project
Burundi Digital Foundations Project has issued 59 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 11 currently open and 17 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Water & Sanitation, Education & Training, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for Burundi. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: October 13, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How can I submit a bid?
Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00473290 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Burundi Digital Foundations Project in Burundi. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Consulting contract in the Infrastructure sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Burundi. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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